Gaye
Gaye is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Joyful, cheerful, or lighthearted.
Origin and history
Gaye is a variant of the English word name Gay, derived from Old French meaning joyful or lighthearted. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States but has since fallen out of common usage. Today, it is recognized primarily as a vintage given name.
Popularity in the United States
5,746 babies in the United States have been named Gaye since 1880. It ranks #2254 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.5 %)
- CA (13.2 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- MI (7.8 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 69 |
| 1920-1930 | 106 |
| 1930-1940 | 599 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,333 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,043 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,449 |
| 1970-1980 | 142 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Gaye
- Gaye Adegbalola: Singer, Musician
- Gaye Advert: Musician, Bassist
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from the Old French word 'gai', meaning full of joy or mirth.
- Gaye was most commonly given to American girls in the 1940s and 1950s.